Number the Stars

What is the genre of Number the Stars?

• science fiction
• drama
• historical fiction
• nonfiction

Who was Peter Neilsen?

• Ellen's fiance

• Annemarie's brother

• Lise's fiance

What did Kirsti name the gray cat?

• Trofast

• Thor

• Blossom

Which of the following is the best theme for this novel?

• The Holocaust was a horrible event
• Sometimes those who endure hardships are heroes
• Fishermen care very helpful
• Annemarie andher friend were brave

What was in the casket at the funeral?

• Great-aunt Birte

• Clothes and blankets

• Handkerchiefs

What did Mrs. Hirsch own?

• Fish store

• Button shop

• Bakery

What did Annemarie take from Ellen seconds before the soldiers came into her bedroom that night?

• her journal
• her necklace
• a picture of her mother
• her ring

This story is set in ________________________

• Copenhagen, Denmark
• Paris, France
• San Antonio, Texas
• Brussels, Germany

How does the setting influence the plot of the story?

• The soldiers give the story a realistic, modern feeling
• The historical facts of Nazi occupation force the action as characters overcome the challenges 
• The setting does not impact the plot
• The rural setting makes for a peaceful story

Why did Annemarie's mother say Henrik needed a wife?

• he needs someone to help him clean his house

• she wanted him to be happy

• love is important to her